Why must you test for asbestos?

Although the use of asbestos has rapidly declined since the late 70’s, asbestos containing materials (ACM) are still being imported into the US frequently and are still being used in new construction. The EPA estimated that (over the many years) roughly 3600 different types of products were manufactured with asbestos. Most of those asbestos products are still legal in the U.S. Arizona is no exception. Matter of fact, Arizona is home to some major asbestos abatement companies who stay pretty busy removing asbestos from homes and businesses, as well as schools. When it comes to asbestos in buildings, chrysotile (a type of asbestos) has been used more than any other type and accounts for more than 90% of the asbestos found in buildings in America.

This is precisely why the EPA and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) require, at minimum, the identification of asbestos in structures/facilities regardless of their age.

When should you test for asbestos?

Because there’s already so much accurate and good information available on this subject, we felt it’d be redundant to try and reword it all just to have it on our website. If you’d like to read more on this topic, please visit the EPA’s webpage on asbestos. If you have any questions regarding asbestos in your property, you’re welcome to give us a call. We’d be delighted to assist in any way we can.

We can assist you with your asbestos testing and inspection needs

Our certified building inspectors are capable of and legally able to provide you with asbestos sampling and inspection services. Our inspectors can inspect, assess conditions, take samples, and provide recommendations based on findings in both commercial and residential properties.